Sunday, July 08, 2007

Steamed buns

I have been longing for things that I miss from Malaysia.This is another such recipe,Chinese-style steamed buns.Making char siu from scratch is sort of a bother for me.It does take time to cook.Anyhow,this Pau Was soft and fluffy.Yummy!but I wasn't happy with the filling that I made.Maybe I should make Tau Sa Pau..next time.!

Method(1)Mix Ingredients A to combine into a mixing bowl.(2)Make a well in the centre.(3)Add vinegar,water and sugar together.(4)Pour the liquid gradually into the dry ingredients.(5)Add in shortening.Mix and knead into a smooth and soft dough.(6)Cover it with cling film and leave aside to proof for 2 hours.(7)Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface into a long log.(8)Divide into 10 portions.(9)Roll out into a thin round skin and add in your favourite filling into it.(10)Then pleat to seal the bun and place the bun on a greaseproof paper.(11)Set aside and proof for 30minutes.(12)Steam over medium boiling water for 10-12 minutes.